Heritage Conservation works at Bendigo Cemetery’s Mortuary Chapel

Heritage conservation works at Bendigo Cemetery’s Mortuary Chapel have started.

The mortuary was awarded a $200,000 Living Heritage Grant to repair the roof, bell fleche and interior floor, and reinstate the stormwater drainage system.

Built in 1873, the picturesque, granite mortuary deteriorated over time and had to be closed to the public due to health and safety concerns. The conservation works will allow the multi-denominational chapel to once again become available for weddings, music recitals, receptions, and its original function as a mortuary chapel.

Works started this week, with the project due for completion by the end of June.

The Living Heritage Grants Program marks the largest State Government investment in the conservation and activation of heritage places in Victoria's history! There are currently over sixty Living Heritage Grant projects under way across the state. New grants will be available when the next round opens on February 1.

We acknowledge and respect Victorian Traditional Owners as the original custodians of Victoria’s land and waters,
their unique ability to care for Country and deep spiritual connection to it. We honour Elders past and present whose
knowledge and wisdom has ensured the continuation of culture and traditional practices.

We are committed to genuinely partner, and meaningfully engage, with Victoria's Traditional Owners and Aboriginal communities to support the protection of Country, the maintenance of spiritual and cultural practices and their broader aspirations in teh 21st century and beyond.